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Pepperdine University entrance with tower in the background.
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Do I Have to be Religious to Attend a Religious College?

The short answer, of course, is no. The primary difference between a religiously-affiliated college and a public university is that, because the religious college is private, the separation of church and state does not apply. It might be that a religious school requires so many credits of “religious” courses (depending on the school, classes such …
Should you pay attention to professor ratings?
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Should I Pay Attention to Professor-Rating Websites?

There’s no doubt that the internet has been a boon to students around the world. With research materials posted or scanned online, students researching papers no longer have to spend hours at the library simply searching for relevant information. Sharing assignments online saves paper and printer ink money. There are numerous other benefits to the …
ADA service animals are allowed on college campuses.
student life

Service Animals on College Campuses

Some people require animals in order to navigate college (and life). Dorms, apartments, and classrooms, among other public places often allow these animals. Before we get started on what is needed to bring your service animal to college, let’s break down the two major groups of personal service animals: Service Animals (SA) These animals (generally …
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What is an “Accredited” College? Why is Being “Accredited” Important?

There are a lot of colleges and universities in the United States, but how many of them are actually “accredited”? Just because a college exists, does not mean it has the best educational program or teaching system. The college could have been created and approved to teach, but not be accredited. What is accreditation? Accreditation …
What should you do if you can't afford to visit a college?
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What if I Can’t Afford a College Visit?

Visiting a college you’re interested in is an integral part of the college selection process. During a visit, students get an in-depth look at a potential school, get a feel for the campus and atmosphere, and can ask questions to current students and faculty. They can even sit-in on classes! But if you can’t afford …
Many students end up living arrangements outside of dorms after freshman year, such as in apartments.
student life

Different Kinds of Living Arrangements in College

Often one of the first thoughts upon entering college as a freshmen concerns dorms—how to decorate them, wondering if such a small space is really enough, thinking about closet-space and the tiny beds, and so on. Most freshmen spend their first year in dorms. But what about sophomore year? If you loved your dorm experience, …
A student relaxing on a hammock wearing red sneakers.
tips tools & advice

5 Ways to Reduce Stress in College

College is a major stressor for many students which is why knowing how to deal with college stress is crucial for optimal performance and overall mental health. According to the American College Health Association, over 40% of students feel more than average levels of stress. Between juggling an academic load, jobs, relationships, social activities, and …
A college fair is a great place to learn more about certain colleges
college search

Why You Should Attend a College Fair as a High School Student

Like a job fair, a college fair is a collection of different colleges that have a table or booth and present information about their school. They are a great place to learn more about specific colleges you may be interested in. Typically they will have hand-outs, presentations, and representatives that can answer any questions you …
Business interns giving a presentation at their company.
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5 Attributes I Learned from My Internships

There are numerous ways to start a career. Entry-level job, internships, and freelancing are few of those ways that push-starts a career. I decided to start learning attributes and my career with internships. Though I wasn’t much fond of internships. However, during my senior year at Paramount California University, I registered for a career management …

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